18th C. Flemish Tapestry Fragment (#T071924 | 18

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18th C. Flemish Tapestry Fragment (#T071924 | 18" x 19")18th C. Flemish Tapestry fragment depicting flowers in shades of gold, taupe, green, blue, and brown, bordered with antique metallic gold serpentine galon on straw velvet. Hand trimmed with vintage gold metallic cording, knotted in the corners. 18" x 19"

and expressive handwork gives the piece a warmth and presence that feels both worldly and timeless

Antique Ottoman Empire raised gold metallic embroidery framed with antique gold metallic galon on Aqua velvet

Antique European raised gold metallic embroidery on cloth of silver framed with antique gold metallic galon on Oyster velvet

carrying with them symbolism of prosperity

emerald glass stone

hand-made with raffia palm fibers in black and straw

A study in softness and movement

The result is both dramatic and refined—bold in composition

The interplay between the lustrous silk ground and the expressive handwork gives the piece a sense of movement and life that feels both worldly and timeless

and 4 1/2 inches tall

and deeply pleasing to the eye

13 inches tall

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